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I am looking for a new scope for my 308 bolt gun, but haven't been in the scope market for years and learning about a ton of newer/better features, NONE of my previous scopes have ever had. Zero stop, First Focal Plane, Illuminated reticles, side focus, exposed turrets, mil/mil settings, 30mm tube, lots of elevation adjustment, etc (things I would want)... The plan for the gun is obviously long range hunting (600 yd max), but capable of M.O.M. (minute of man, torso shot) at 800-1000 yds. Not dropping Elk at 3.9 miles or p-dogs at 1900 yds. Nothing like that. Just want to spot, stalk, range, and cold bore one shot drop any antelope or deer at 600 or less. I have shot a couple dozen deer over 350 yds out to 450 yds with a Tikka M695 in 7mm Mag and 3-9x Nikon Monarch for years. Going tactical/long range mid level scope price point $900 or less. Here's the ones I've been looking at, but after 50 reviews of X vs. X and 1000's of opinions, I haven't gotten any closer to a decision. I know these don't have all the features I want in a single scope, but which are the best fit for what I'm trying to do, with features and price being most important, followed by warranty (knock on wood, I've never had a major scope malfunction). Help me out ya'll....again, this IS a hunting gun, not a bench baby.

I am looking for a new scope for my 308 bolt gun, but haven't been in the scope market for years and learning about a ton of newer/better features, NONE of my previous scopes have ever had. Zero stop, First Focal Plane, Illuminated reticles, side focus, exposed turrets, mil/mil settings, 30mm tube, lots of elevation adjustment, etc (things I would want)... The plan for the gun is obviously long range hunting (600 yd max), but capable of M.O.M. (minute of man, torso shot) at 800-1000 yds. Not dropping Elk at 3.9 miles or p-dogs at 1900 yds. Nothing like that. Just want to spot, stalk, range, and cold bore one shot drop any antelope or deer at 600 or less. I have shot a couple dozen deer over 350 yds out to 450 yds with a Tikka M695 in 7mm Mag and 3-9x Nikon Monarch for years. Going tactical/long range mid level scope price point $900 or less. Here's the ones I've been looking at, but after 50 reviews of X vs. X and 1000's of opinions, I haven't gotten any closer to a decision. I know these don't have all the features I want in a single scope, but which are the best fit for what I'm trying to do, with features and price being most important, followed by warranty (knock on wood, I've never had a major scope malfunction). Help me out ya'll....again, this IS a hunting gun, not a bench baby.

CLKHunter: Budget is under $1000, but I would really prefer to be in the $800 range if possible.

Was at my local Scheel's store and saw some super clear Zeiss' on clearance for under $800. I believe they were a 3-10x for $649? and 4.5-14x Conquest and $739?. They also had the Swarovski I listed and man was it crystal. For a dedicated hunting rifle, not sure what the have to have's really are as the Vortex that I listed seemed really cluttered, especially if on the lower end of the power scale. I don't have any first hand experience looking thru the Weaver, Bushnell's, Sightron, or Super Snipers.

MudRunner2005, I will check those out as Scheel's has those in stock as well.

Sully2, could you elaborate a bit for me? I'm really looking for what makes one or any better than the other for what I'm after. Personal preference for me is based on reviews of those with a ton more experience with these newer features and having used any of these scopes. Appreciate the help in advance.

Thank you all for your replies. I will check out some of the others mentioned if I get the chance.

MudRunner2005, I will check those out as Scheel's has those in stock as well.

Rolly, I have one of those Zeiss Conquest 6.5-20x50 target turret scopes like i posted. And let me tell you....For the money, I really don't think that scope can be beat. I bought mine back when they were still selling for close to retail ($1,079) and have not regretted it. It was my 2nd Conquest. I have had another one since 2008 and it has been excellent, too. I can honestly say that I feel you will be quite content with the Zeiss once you get to take it outside and look through it. Inside the store, it's hard to get impressed with any glass, but if the salesman will take it outside for you, and let you look through it.....Go for it. You will be awestruck that an $800 scope can be that clear.

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Also, this is an excellent scope! I have one, and it is a phenomenal scope for the price.